Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) has partnered with Allied Insurance Company of the Maldives Private Limited as the insurance partner for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026, as preparations continue for the international tourism event in the Maldives.
The sponsorship agreement was signed by VMC Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director Abdulla Yasir and Allied Insurance Chief Commercial Officer Suran De Silva.
Under the partnership, Allied Insurance will be featured in selected marketing materials, digital platforms and promotional communications related to the awards ceremony.
VMC said the partnership reflects private-sector participation in supporting the delivery of the event, which is expected to bring together leading destinations, tourism organisations, hospitality brands and industry stakeholders from across the region.
The World Travel Awards recognises achievements across the global travel and tourism sector. The Maldives is set to host the Asia, Oceania & Indian Ocean 2026 ceremony, providing a platform to showcase the destination to an international tourism audience.
VMC said hosting the event will help strengthen industry connections and increase global visibility for the Maldives’ tourism sector.
The sponsorship is part of ongoing preparations by VMC to bring local and international partners together for the upcoming ceremony, which will place the Maldives at the centre of regional tourism industry attention.